No matter your skill level, Maui is the perfect place to strap on snorkel gear, jump in the warm water and explore marine life. Some of the great places to snorkel in Wailea include Mokapu, Ulua Beach Park (shallow reefs close to shore good for beginners and the deeper reef has turtles), Wailea Beach Park, Polo Beach Park (although during large swells, this can be a dangerous spot to snorkel), Po’olenalena Beach (a local favorite where it’s easy to spot turles), and Makena Landing (where most snorkeling tours begin since it’s home to Turtle Town, the largest turtle cleaning station on the island).
Here at Local Getaways, we highly recommend snorkeling tours. They take you to the best spots, provide all the necessary gear, and offer the safest way to explore Maui’s waters.
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Maui Kayaks Makena Turtle Town Eco Adventure
Check-in: Makena Landing
Price: Starting at $85
This eco-adventure starts with a 2-hour kayak tour around Turtle Town, which offers the best snorkeling spots to see Hawaiian green sea turtles and tropical fish. After kayaking, hop in the water for a snorkeling adventure.
Maui Kayaks Makena and Wailea Explorer Eco-Adventure
Check-in: Makena Landing
Price: Starting at $225
Kayak down the Pu’u Ola’i coastline to 2 to 3 different snorkeling sights. This 4-hour adventure gives you the opportunity to see green sea turtles, dolphins, manta rays and of course, an abundance of tropical fish.
Four Winds Molokini Snorkel Cruise from Maalaea Harbor
Check-in: Ma'alaea Harbor
Price: Starting at $150
Set sail from Maalaea Harbor to the famous Molokini Crater. The Four Winds II catamaran cruise includes snorkeling with sea turtles, a water-slide, breakfast and lunch, an open bar and even a glass bottom viewing room! This snorkel cruise is ideal for families.
Trilogy Discover Molokini Snorkeling Cruise from Maalaea Harbor
Check-in: Ma'alaea Harbor
Price: Starting at $190
This all-day tour offers two tours per day starting at 7 a.m. or 8 a.m. Enjoy snorkeling at the partially submerged volcanic crater of Molokini, home to honu, the Hawaiʻian green sea turtle, and myriad reef fish from orange spine unicorn fish to humuhumunukunukuapua’a. Breakfast, lunch and alcoholic beverages are included.
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